We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated IT Business Analyst to join our dynamic IT team within the Gilbane Development Company (GDCo). The IT Business Analyst will report to the IT Director within GDCo and will be responsible for bridging the gap between our IT department and business objectives, ensuring that our technology solutions align with the company’s strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both business analysis and information technology, with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Requirements Gathering and Analysis:
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements
• Analyze and translate business needs into technical specifications
• Conduct feasibility studies and impact analysis for new projects and enhancements
2. Solution Design and Implementation:
• Work with IT and development teams to design and implement technology solutions
• Ensure that solutions meet business requirements and are delivered on time and within budget
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation
3. Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance business processes and workflows
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented solutions
4. Stakeholder Management:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders
• Facilitate communication between business units and IT teams
• Provide regular updates and reports to stakeholders on project status and progress
5. Testing and Quality Assurance:
• Develop and execute test plans to ensure the quality and functionality of IT solutions
• Identify and resolve any issues or defects in a timely manner
• Ensure that solutions comply with industry standards and best practices
6. Training and Support:
• Provide training and support to end-users on new systems and processes
• Develop user manuals and training materials
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving technical issues

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Business Analyst in an IT environment
• Strong understanding of business processes and technology solutions
• Proficiency in business analysis tools and methodologies
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment independently and as part of a team
• Experience with project management and software development lifecycle (SDLC) is a plus
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in IT and business analysis

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with AI platforms and tools
• Familiarity with data analysis and reporting tools
• Knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Certification in Business Analysis (CBAP, CCBA) or Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2) is an advantage
• Real Estate industry specific experience and knowledge of the specific application stack (MRI, Dealpath, Nexus, etc.)

Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.    
For Providence, RI this ranges from $98,000.00 - $125,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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